Senior Heavy Civil Construction Estimator

The Senior Estimator is responsible for preparing and/or coordinating complete conceptual and final estimates on large complex heavy civil, and general contractor work. The position requires that the Senior Estimator completes total bid pricing, resolves technical matters during negotiation and contract execution, reviews estimate packages to ensure accuracy and completeness and uses knowledge to focus work. The Senior Estimator ultimately prepares cost estimates by analysing proposals and requirements.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

Particular tasks and responsibilities include:

Prepares work to be estimated by gathering proposals, drawings, specifications, and related documents.

The Senior Estimator shall possess a minimum of 10 - 15+ years construction estimating experience including a variety of complex multi-disciplinary projects. A diploma or degree related to Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying and/or Estimating will be considered an asset.

Understanding of construction documents and the ability to ensure that they are complete.

Knowledge of construction costs and budgets.

Ability to plan and manage to a project schedule

Well-developed technical knowledge of modern construction practices, techniques, and equipment.

In-depth knowledge of construction materials and techniques

The ability to make timely and rational decisions under pressure

Location of Employment:

The Senior Estimator will be based out of the companies Head Office in North Vancouver, British Columbia and work with each Business Unit across Canada. It should be expected that some travel may be required. Applicants must hold a valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence, Passport, and be legally permitted to work in Canada.